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p.1 #1 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

I had the pleasure of seeing for the first time and photographing a sandhill crane on 2/3/08. He/she has been hanging out on a small lake in Derry, PA, about a 1.5 hours from my home, since mid-December 2007. It was awesome to see this beautiful creature. He was surrounded by many friendly mallards, coots, geese and black ducks. It was a great experience. Here are some of my favorites from the day. C&C appreciated. Thanks for taking a look.

All wildlife taken with a MarkIIn.

1. Sandhill Crane 1/1250, f 7.1, ISO 320, 400/5.6

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:27 AM

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2. Sandhill Crane 1/1250, f/8, ISO 320, 400/5.6

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:27 AM

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3. Sandhill Crane 1/1600, f/8, ISO 500, 500/4+1.4

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:28 AM

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4. Sandhill Crane 1/1600, f/8, ISO 500, 500/4+1.4

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:29 AM

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5. Sandhill Crane 1/2000, f/8, ISO 500, 500/4+1.4

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6. Sandhill Crane 1/1600, f/8, ISO 500, 500/4+1.4

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:30 AM

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7. American Coot 1/1600, f/7.1, ISO 500, 500/4

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:30 AM

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8. American Coot 1/1600, f/9, ISO 500, 500/4+1.4

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:31 AM

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p.1 #9 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

You done did really gooood. Nice series.

Wacky roger

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:31 AM

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9. American Black Duck 1/1250, f/8, ISO 500, 500/4+1.4

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:32 AM

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10. Mallard 1/1250, f/8, ISO 320, 400/5.6

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:32 AM

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11. Mallard 1/1600, f/6.3, ISO 500, 500/4+1.4

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:33 AM

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p.1 #13 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

12. Yours truly --- taken with a 5D and 24-70/2.8

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:34 AM

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p.1 #14 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

Hey Wacky Roger,

Thanks for stopping by. Appreciate you taking a look. Your trip to NM sounds great!!! That's on my "to do" list!!!

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:37 AM

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p.1 #15 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

Lovely series. 2 and 3 of the crane stand out to me. I love the mallard in flight, gorgeous color and the water flowing down his chest adds another dimension. Very nice work.

Tim

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:39 AM

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p.1 #16 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

Cris,
these are really nice, and I especially like the tight portrait in #4, #6 and the mallard in #10. Beautiful shots. What a treat

Gero

Feb 14, 2008 at 02:40 AM

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p.1 #17 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

Hello Tim,

Thanks for your nice comments. It was a delightful day for me. This was one of the few times I've been able to get close to this type of wildlife and they didn't immediately fly the "other" direction. I really got to practice some flight shots. I was surprised at how fast these mallards can move. I was having trouble just keeping them in the viewfinder, and was happy to get a couple decent shots. Getting fairly close to the crane was equally rewarding.

Feb 14, 2008 at 03:02 AM

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p.1 #18 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

You have reminded me not to shoot just in-flight, but portrait, as that really can show the birds in a beautiful light as well....Rich

Feb 14, 2008 at 03:05 AM

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p.1 #19 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

Hi Gero,

I appreciate your very kind comments and thanks for your selections. It was a day I'll remember for a long time. Most of the lake was frozen, but one end was unfrozen, which helped keep the wildlife close by. Additionally, lots of people walk the trail around the lake, so they apparently are used to having people around. Thanks again for commenting.

Feb 14, 2008 at 03:11 AM

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p.1 #20 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

JJBub wrote:
Hi Gero,

I appreciate your very kind comments and thanks for your selections. It was a day I'll remember for a long time. Most of the lake was frozen, but one end was unfrozen, which helped keep the wildlife close by. Additionally, lots of people walk the trail around the lake, so they apparently are used to having people around. Thanks again for commenting.

Killer my friend.

Ted

Feb 14, 2008 at 03:24 AM

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p.1 #21 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

Hello Rich,

Thank you for stopping by. I would like to get better at flight shots, but usually I get the south end of a northbound duck/bird. This was my best opportunity by far to get something decent in flight. I am glad you liked the portraits. I was thrilled with them.

Feb 14, 2008 at 03:26 AM

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p.1 #22 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

Hi Ted,

Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate your comment!!

Feb 14, 2008 at 03:28 AM

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p.1 #23 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

I love your Sandhill shots Cris, you have some wonderfull poses here, enjoyed this set very much. Verno

Feb 14, 2008 at 04:26 AM

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p.1 #24 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

HI Verno,

Thanks very much. It's great to be able to share in a forum such as this. Glad you enjoyed these.

Feb 14, 2008 at 04:31 AM

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p.1 #25 · Sandhill Crane in SW PA (12)

OK,

favorites.... # 6, 7, 8 & 10 - - if any more I've lost count.... ;-)

Lil

Feb 14, 2008 at 06:50 AM


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